semigloss

sem·i·gloss

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sem-ee-glos, -glaws, sem-ahy-]
- /ˈsɛm iˌglɒs, -ˌglɔs, ˈsɛm aɪ-/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [sem-ee-glos, -glaws, sem-ahy-]
- /ˈsɛm iˌglɒs, -ˌglɔs, ˈsɛm aɪ-/

Definitions of semigloss word

adjective semigloss (of paint or a painted surface) having a moderate, satiny luster; having or producing a sheen that is neither flat nor highly glossy. 1
noun semigloss a paint that has or produces a moderate, satiny sheen. 1
noun semigloss a paint that gives a finish between matt and gloss 0
adjective semigloss (of paint) giving a finish between matt and gloss 0
adjective semigloss having or producing a finish partway between glossy and flat 0

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Origin of semigloss

First appearance:

before 1935

One of the 8% newest English words

First recorded in 1935-40; semi- + gloss1

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Parts of speech for Semigloss

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semigloss popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 59% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 73% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

semigloss usage trend in Literature

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